Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku W/ Wooden Box
This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (called kakejiku or makimono) features a river in the mountains where two boats are close to the shore. Men on the boats are making something. It seems there is a chagama to boil water on one of the boats. This kakejiku falls into the sansui, literally mountains and water, category. It is painted in color. This piece is signed with a name and a red seal. The box has inscriptions on the lid.
Kakejiku is a Japanese picture or calligraphy mounted on a piece of paper. Kakejiku was a tool to spread Buddhism in Japan. It has been integrated with Japanese culture as interior decoration. Tokokake is used at the Tokonoma in tatami room. Chakake has Zen words used in the tea ceremony room. Buddha-kake is used in the Buddhist altar.
- Silk, resin, wood
- C1970
- Item weight: 742 grams
- Packed weight: 1100 grams
- Approx.
- Scroll: 197 cm long x 55.4 cm wide (ends) x 50 cm wide (image)
- Box: 57.3 cm long x 7.7 cm wide x 7.4 cm tall
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Good condition considering its age. Stains on image. Cracks on box: bottom, one corner of the lid. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
